Network Rail
Section Supervisor [Off Track]
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Who We Are
Join Network Rail! Where People and Connections Matter
At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team—you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway.
We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments click here. We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process.
Safe behaviour is a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should be able to demonstrate their awareness of our safety vision.
About The Role
Supervise the delivery of work and undertake specific inspections as required. Assist in the management of staff as directed.
Key Accountabilities
- Supervise and check the quality of work delivered and confirm assets are compliant to standards.
- Carry out work safely and in accordance with the safe systems of work procedures, method statements and other instructions.
- Adhere to company policies and procedures.
- Undertake specific inspections in accordance with standards as directed.
- Prioritise work arising.
- Prepare work and resource specifications and method statements including Safe System of Work Plans.
- Assist in the development of work plans that enables work to be delivered safely, efficiently and compliant to standards.
- Assist in the identification and proposal of asset renewals.
- Assist in the allocation of resources.
- Deliver work in accordance with the relevant maintenance plans.
- Provide appropriate information to update systems, databases and records.
- Undertake a programme of staff surveillance, work quality, compliance and asset condition checks as directed.
- Assist in the management, control and discipline of staff as directed.
- Assist in the monitoring and review of staff competence and welfare.
- Contribute to your own development and that of others.
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Salary- IMC T&Cs
Closing Date- 4th August 2026
What's In It For You
Here are a few of the benefits we offer
- Generous annual leave with the option to buy and sell days
- Choice of pension schemes
- 75% discount of leisure travel for you and your family
- Private Healthcare
- 5 days paid volunteer or carers leave
- Up to 75% subsidised Rail and Underground travel
- Gym Pass -access to gyms across UK
- My Benefits platform- giving national and local retail discount
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Your Experience And Skills
Essential
- Experience of directing and supervising worksites and the safe and efficient delivery of work.
- Knowledge of resource and work organisation/planning processes and systems.
- Knowledge and experience of overhead line equipment inspection, maintenance, renewal and asset condition assessment techniques.
- Knowledge of relevant standards, procedures and instructions.
- Awareness of cost and waste control techniques.
- Able to demonstrate, promote and embed safe working behaviours within the team.
- Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Able to coach, influence and develop others.
- Hold and retain competencies relevant to this post and required by business need.
- Ideally hold (or be working towards) an NVQ level 2 or 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant subject or have attained the appropriate level of knowledge gained through equivalent relevant experience.
- Able and willing to drive vehicles as required by business need.
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